What began as a dramatic 3-2 victory for Al-Ahli over Al-Nassr quickly escalated into one of the most talked-about post-match reactions of the season—one that sent a pointed message straight at Ronaldo and his previously untouchable side.

Cristiano Ronaldo entered the new year carrying momentum, expectation, and the weight of leadership at Al-Nassr. Instead, the opening chapter of 2026 delivered a harsh reality check.

The Saudi Pro League opens 2026 with one of its most anticipated fixtures, as Cristiano Ronaldo and the league-leading Al‑Nassr travel to Jeddah to face Al‑Ahli.

Al-Ahli will face Al Nassr in a highly anticipated Matchday 13 clash of the 2025/26 Saudi Pro League. Fans in the United States can catch every moment of the showdown, with full kickoff information and comprehensive TV and streaming coverage options available.

For more than a decade, Cristiano Ronaldo has turned calendar years into personal highlight reels, piling up records that often felt immune to time, context, or league changes.

With his goal on Tuesday with Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo broke a 64-year-old goalscoring record by surpassing an England legend.

Even though their perfect run in the Saudi Pro League came to an end, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered an encouraging message to Al Nassr with 2026 in sight.

Al Nassr were trailing against Al Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, but Cristiano Ronaldo scored an unusual goal to help his team.

With the arrival of coach Jorge Jesus, Al Nassr has managed to maintain impressive form, racking up a solid unbeaten streak in the Saudi Pro League. Now, they face Al Ettifaq, looking to maintain their good form, so fans are keeping a close eye on Cristiano Ronaldo's status for the game.

Al Ittifaq will square off against Al Nassr in Matchday 12 of the 2025/2026 Saudi Pro League. Here’s how to watch every moment, including kickoff times and U.S. TV and streaming coverage.

Cristiano Ronaldo has led Al Nassr to an impressive season, keeping them unbeaten in the Saudi Pro League. Far from settling for that, they look set to reinforce their defense with Real Madrid's Antonio Rudiger, amid interest from two other European teams as free agent.

With the win on Saturday against Al Okhdood, Cristiano Ronaldo has led Al Nassr to break an incredible record in the Saudi Pro League history.

After being recognized with an award for his performances with Portugal and Al Nassr, Cristiano Ronaldo delivered a bold claim over the 1,000-goal milestone.

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to redefine what longevity looks like at the elite level. At 40, with records long since shattered and expectations permanently sky-high, the Portuguese icon once again found a way to dominate the headlines. As Cristiano Ronaldo powered Al-Nassr further clear at the top of the Saudi Pro League, the goals told one story — but the message that followed hinted at something deeper.

Al Nassr returned to action in the Saudi Pro League with a matchup against Al Akhdoud, and Cristiano Ronaldo found the net twice.